The Register learned Thursday that Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has scheduled a meeting with Bailey, Jan. 25, in Dallas.

"He offered me a job in Dallas, to do the same thing I do for the Clippers," said Bailey, whose day job is as an automobile customizer and salesman. He came up to me at the (Jan. 12) game and told me that he loved what I do. That shocked me."

Bailey, 39, was born and raised in Los Angeles and said he never has been to Texas. Often standing in the aisle next to his seat, the 5-foot-5 Bailey is known for leading the cheer, "Let's go Clippers," and for his "You don't have no alibi," jeer at opposing free-throw shooters.

"I'm still loyal to the Clippers," Bailey said. "That's my team. But it isn't every day that a billionaire knocks on your door. I have to go out and listen."

Good riddance. The Clips could clear some cap room [though I urge them not to spend it on the Westside Rentals loon], and rid Staples of his once-endearing, but increasingly tiresome shtick. As I told Abbott this morning, I'd trade Darrell Bailey for a deli spread and three cubic liters of pre-jump-ball talc.

The interesting question here is: Do the Clippers match? I'm semi-serious. If Bailey is worth something tangible to Cuban, then presumably the Clippers' fan experience people place some kind of value on his antics in the 100 level. He's cheaper than a furry mascot [let that never come to pass at Staples. Please], and while I think diehards believe that initiating the wave in the fourth quarter is a cardinal sin [present company included], the plebs seem to go for it.

Utah tonight. It's not a bad matchup for the Clips, though the rebounding battle is a cause for concern.

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i guess the guy means well, but how can you be 39 and dress up in that clown suit before every game? How can a self respecting adult drive around in that car of his?

I'm just glad my seats are on the other side of Staples, or i'd kill him. Actually, Rental Man has inched closer to us and keeps getting better tickets. I cant wait for the day till he finds a seat right in front of me. I'll call security in a second and tell them he's interrupting my view.

Why can't people just go to the game and watch it without distractions?

While we're on the subject...

Brad J: Since my many complaints to the Clippers, his role has been greatly reduced. Which is great news. Remember the playoffs 2 years ago? He'd have the Mic between EVERY timeout... "let's give it up... for YOUR LOS ANGELES CLIPPPPPERRRRRRSSS". That's cute the first 100 times... I have to admit, it did get the crown in a frenzy. But it was the fucking playoffs, we were already frenzied.

Traci B: Probably got the job because she was NOT one of the better (translation: hotter) spirit dancers. But wow--is her piercing voice annoying. Is it just me, or does it hurt your ears too?

Spirit: I like the spirit. I think they're cute and spunky. HOWEVER. there has to be some kind of emergency plug on their performances. EXAMPLE: Clippers are up 10 and have been dominating a game. 2 minutes later, the clippers give up a 14-0 run and are down by 4 with 1 minute left and the other team just scored a bucket plus one. Dunleavy calls a desperation timeout. Should the Spirit have right to dance and smile through a miserable stretch? sometimes i just want to wallow in despair. Anyways, on average, one less performance per night would be key.

Fan Patrol: Hot little girls who show their tight booties and crotches on occasion. I have no problem with them. They stay out of the way, dont over-do it... etc. Nice group.

Although, i think that after paying $12,000 for seats this year, i should get a free friggin T-shirt EVERY game.

(at least a program.....even the short 1 page version will do) too much to ask? $145 a ticket!!!!!!!!!!!!

Scoreboard Operator:

Show a damn replay! For the love of Jesus and baby Jesus! I dont care if it wasnt exactly a slam dunk. Show the play. We want to see if Maggette actually got ANOTHER charge, or if it was a fantom call. Even if Amare is on the other team, i want to see the replay of that monster dunk. PLEASE??? What's the big deal?

Announcer: Signature calls:

*Elton Brand sshhhhhhooting 2
(kill me)
*Trrrrraveling (with flinstones sound effects) i can deal with this
*Cutino MMMMMMMobley... (not bad, i've taken a liking to it)
Actually, i like that he's low key as opposed to the Detroit announcer. I'd revoke my season tickets immediatly if we had a fruitcake like that

Parking. not bad this year... $10 gets you a good spot

Anyways..i could go on forever. I only write because i love being at the games (not as much as 2000-2001, but i still love it).

Hey guys...count me in as one of those who gets quickly annoyed by Clipper Darryl's antics. Just by the fact that he's thinking about Cuban's offer, his ass should be gone already. If you're a true fan, like he claims, it shouldn't be a thought about his allegiance.

I still can't get over Daryl starting the stupid wave at a BASKETBALL game...this isn't baseball, or even football man!! I guess people who only come to one or 2 games a year get a kick out of him, but the season ticket holders must be done with him...I know I am.

Yeah he's annoying. But even more annoying is how fucking silent and laid back Clipper fans are. It's pathetic to sit there in complete silence for long stretches of the game. Fans of RELEGATION sides show more fight then us.

That is really one of the most disheartening things about being a fan of this team, you people who come out to Staples suck. No noise. No chants, no cheering. No nothing. Pathetic. At least CD gets you jackasses to clap your hands a few times a game.

I can handle CD but the wave is rediculous and that suit is for Oct 31st only. Better him than me.
I got a nice pair behind the Clips bench off Stubhub for Monday but it just dawned on me that rentard man might be right behind me.

I haven't been to a game this season yet. When EB went down, my friends gave up their season tickets. But I plan to go soon.

As for Darryl, is Dallas far enough away? Maybe the wave can carry him there. The Wave? Come on, that's bush league, man.

I'm glad to hear they cut down on the Brad J. comments. He sounded like a 3rd rate strip club DJ.

Love the Flintstones sound when they call traveling. I heard it tonight while watching the game and it always cracks me up. The Shhhhhooting 2 is OK, but not great. The Clipper Spirit and the Fan Patrol serve their purpose. Now if we can get a better tasting hot dog. Can Pinks or Nathans take over the concession? If they can do it at a movie theater, they can do it at Staples.

GIVE CLIPPER DARRELL A BREAK! NO one here can say they would not at least listen to Mark Cuban....also NO ONE can argue Darrells True Love OF LA's unfair underdog the clips...I am a clip fan as we all are on here ...No one can say they are as devoted as darrel...He has a BMW that is painted BLUE AND RED with air brushed clipper logos all over it.....he is one of the most devoted fans in all of sports and an LA LOCAL! we all know he love the team!

just read a really funny book called “Foul Lines,” by SI hoops writers Jack McCallum and Jon Wertheimer, and I thought my fellow Clips fans would enjoy it. It’s a great satire of the NBA today, with the names changed to protect identities (but it’s very easy to figure out who is who). It takes place in LA (the team is called the "Lasers"), so there's some funny LA-related stuff too, with the wild drivers and the pretentious trendy clubs. Everyone gets mocked, from rich owners in the mold of

Some of you folks have the same problem that many fans in Los Angeles seem to. You're too uptight, and you don't like people. Clipper Darryl and Western Rentals are part of the bargain along with the other 12,000 souls at a Clipper game. To me, they add color to the game that we don't often see in laid-back LA. Why don't we complain about the worst concessions in sports, or hearing the same 10 songs over and over all season? If you really feel like killing this man, who just wants to support his team, why don't you just stay home with all the other haters? Or better yet, get yourself a Lakers ticket and hang out with fellow "too cool for school" morons!

Some of you folks have the same problem that many fans in Los Angeles seem to. You're too uptight, and you don't like people. Clipper Darryl and Western Rentals are part of the bargain along with the other 12,000 souls at a Clipper game. To me, they add color to the game that we don't often see in laid-back LA. Why don't we complain about the worst concessions in sports, or hearing the same 10 songs over and over all season? If you really feel like killing this man, who just wants to support his team, why don't you just stay home with all the other haters? Or better yet, get yourself a Lakers ticket and hang out with fellow "too cool for school" morons!